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Samsung is preparing its Galaxy S24 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 for Satellite messaging
The Android maker has been working on adopting satellite SMS capability for its Messages app. Samsung was in the news for bringing satellite connectivity with the Galaxy S23 series. But even after the launch of Galaxy S24 models beginning of this year, the respective technology was missing from the Galaxy devices. It appears that won’t be the case anymore! Now, some Galaxy S24 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 users have started seeing satellite networks under the Settings menu for messaging in the US.
Some Galaxy S24, and Z Fold 6 users have started seeing satellite messaging feature
According to the information, Samsung has started rolling out the satellite messaging feature for the Galaxy S24+, Galaxy S24 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Fold 6 on T-Mobile in the US. Some of the latest Samsung Galaxy users on T-Mobile’s network in the US have started seeing the satellite messaging feature on their flagship phones.
You can find the satellite messaging feature by navigating to Settings >> Connections >> Satellite Networks. After beta testing begins, users on compatible phones can send and receive messages via satellite when they are off the grid and have no mobile network or Wi-Fi coverage.
Also, messages via satellite can help you connect with friends and family even when you are in a location with no mobile network or Wi-Fi coverage. For your information, let us tell you that the calling facility is not available via satellite. But if a mobile network is available around you, emergency calls can still be connected.
It’s worth noting that this feature isn’t available in all countries. It’s a carrier-specific offering that should technically work with any phone with LTE connectivity.
T-Mobile signed a deal with SpaceX in August 2022 to provide satellite connectivity facilities through the Starlink platform. However, T-Mobile and Starlink only support a few phone users who applied to test at the moment, and the good news is that this list also includes Samsung phones. Galaxy users claim that the new menu appeared on their phones after installing the December 2024 security update.
On the other hand, Samsung is preparing to launch its next Galaxy S series (Galaxy S25) at the Galaxy Unpacked event in January 2025. Meanwhile, we can expect Samsung to provide the Galaxy S25 series with a satellite connectivity feature.
Note:
- Satellite messaging may take longer and is available only in some areas.
- Weather and certain structures may affect your satellite connection.
- It may take some time for account changes to show in Settings. Contact T-Mobile for details.
Samsung is rolling out a June 2025 security update for the Galaxy S23 series smartphone in the home market, and it comes with EMUI software version S91xNKSS6DYE5 with a download package size of 450 megabytes. This update is much needed for this mega flagship and it will improve the security aspect of the phone.
This marvelous phone is eligible to run One UI 8 software, and it will get it by the end of this year. The new One UI version will bring better features for the Samsung Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra, and there’s more that is yet to be known.
The Galaxy S23 series is one of the flagship series of the Samsung S series. It offers many new technologies and provides a better user experience with powerful camera features and quality.
Samsung has already released the June 2025 patch for the Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S24 series, and it is also available for select mid-range smartphones, with availability depending on the region.
According to the changelog, this new firmware includes with June 2025 One UI security patch for a better and safer user experience. Many fixes come along with this update that you should install right away.
For your information, let us tell you that Samsung Galaxy S23 series users will gradually get the June 2025 update. Therefore, we suggest all users to check the update manually through Settings. From this section, open Software Update and then Download and Install.
Samsung has reportedly started testing a new version of its One UI software for the upcoming Galaxy S26 series, which could be One UI 8.5. The first news has recently surfaced online, showing that Samsung is working on the software for its next flagship Galaxy S series phones.
A reliable tipster has claimed that Samsung has started working on One UI 8.5 for next year’s Galaxy S series phones. This means the upcoming Galaxy S26, Galaxy S26 Plus, and Galaxy S26 Ultra could launch with One UI 8.5 software.
However, Samsung has not officially confirmed the release of One UI 8.5 yet, so we should take this information with a pinch of salt. Still, it’s clear that the Galaxy S26 series will feature a new version of One UI.
We’ll have to wait for more updates from Samsung to know when these devices will launch and what exact version of One UI they’ll run. Stay tuned for more details.
One UI 8 software update
Samsung fans are excited about the next big software update for Galaxy devices. The One UI 8 Beta has officially launched, with Samsung confirming the program and releasing the first beta update. Additionally, with the beta 2 rollout, Samsung’s One UI 8 beta is now available in Germany, India, Poland, South Korea, the UK, and the US.
Additionally, the stable version of One UI 8 is expected to launch this summer, starting with the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7, with a rollout to other devices soon after.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE 5G starts receiving a new One UI 7-based update with the June 2025 security patch. The firmware is rolling out to limited smartphone users in the home market, South Korea. Although the company may soon initiate a broader software release.
The One UI 7 June 2025 security patch fixes a dozen vulnerabilities. It targets bugs hidden in the device system and ensures that private data remains secure. The firmware also fixes flaws that could allow malware to enter the phone.
On the other hand, it enhances the smartphone’s ability to fight problems. After installing the latest June 2025 update on Samsung Galaxy S24 FE, users can find performance improvements and some new add-ons in the device.
According to the changelog, the Galaxy S24 FE is getting the June 2025 update with the One UI 7 S721NKSS4BYE1 version. It carries a software package of 400 MB. The update brings 36 Android CVEs and 19 One UI SVE items to safeguard Galaxy devices.
The upcoming release is rolling out in the Korean market and will reach more regions soon. In the meantime, you can check the Updates section of your device to perform a manual installation. Before proceeding, make sure you have a stable Wi-Fi connection as well as adequate storage and battery levels on your device.
The Galaxy S24 FE smartphone was released with Android 14-based One UI 6.1. Subsequently, the company released the Android 15-based One UI 7 available as the first major upgrade, and now it is eligible to leave the beta program and move to the stable One UI 8 version.
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